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This test consists of 5 short answer questions, 10 short essay questions, and 1 (of 3) essay topics.

Short Answer Questions

1. While attending school as a child, why was Kihika threatened with a beating?

2. What group did Lieutenant Koina used to belong to?

3. In "Chapter 5," what does the narrator say Mr. Thompson used to write about?

4. In "Chapter 6," what speech does Mugo remember giving?

5. In "Chapter 2," what type of revolt does Kihika call for?

Short Essay Questions

1. What happens when Karanja visits Mrs. Thomspon in "Chapter 4"?

2. What role do the Thompsons play in Kenya in "Chapter 4"?

3. Why does General R. bring up Karanja in "Chapter 3"?

4. When General R. and Lieutenant Koina first arrive at Mugo's house in "Chapter 3," what do they first talk about?

5. How does the narrator say Gikonyo courted Mumbi?

6. In "Chapter 2," what explanation is given for the Movement?

7. In "Chapter 5," what happens when the Thompsons discuss leaving Africa?

8. How does Mugo feel about the land he receives, after leaving the detention center?

9. What brought Mr. Thompson to Africa?

10. In "Chapter 3," what makes Gikonyo want to visit with Mugo?

Essay Topics

Write an essay for ONE of the following topics:

Essay Topic 1

Analyze the theme of loneliness in "A Grain of Wheat,"

Essay Topic 2

Consider the romantic relationships in "A Grain of Wheat." How are they influenced by politics?

Essay Topic 3

Research Kenyan independence and analyze the historical accuracy in this novel.

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